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    Winterfest Court Announcement
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    2022 Science Olympiad State Competition Results
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    The Last of Us is a expertly crafted masterpiece worth your time and attention
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    FHC’s production of The Crucible was a success due to immense passion and utter talent
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        August Rewind: Assemblies of the 2017-2018 school year

        Sarah Obermeyer, Managing Editor of PhotographyAugust 25, 2018Leave a Comment

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        Sarah is a senior entering her second year writing on staff for The Central Trend. Sarah thinks her enthusiasm for writing sprouted from her love for reading...

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